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Efficacy, Safety, and Pharmacokinetic Study of Prophylactic Emicizumab Versus No Prophylaxis in Hemophilia A Participants

Phase 3
Active, not recruiting
Conditions
Hemophilia A
Interventions
Registration Number
NCT03315455
Lead Sponsor
Hoffmann-La Roche
Brief Summary

This multicenter, open-label, Phase 3 study with randomized and non-randomized arms is designed to investigate the efficacy, safety, and pharmacokinetics of emicizumab in participants with hemophilia A regardless of factor VIII (FVIII) inhibitor status. Participants greater than or equal to (≥)12 years old who received episodic therapy with FVIII or bypassing agents prior to study entry and experienced at least 5 bleeds over the prior 24 weeks will be randomized in a 2:2:1 ratio to the following regimens: Arm A: Emicizumab prophylaxis at 3 milligrams per kilogram (mg/kg) once every week (QW) subcutaneously (SC) for 4 weeks, followed by 1.5 mg/kg QW SC; Arm B: Emicizumab prophylaxis at 3 mg/kg QW SC for 4 weeks, followed by 6 mg/kg once every 4 weeks (Q4W) SC; and Arm C: No prophylaxis (control arm). In addition, pediatric participants less than (\<)12 years old with hemophilia A and FVIII inhibitors who received episodic therapy with bypassing agents prior to study entry will be enrolled to Arm D: Emicizumab prophylaxis at 3 mg/kg QW SC for 4 weeks, followed by 1.5 mg/kg QW SC.

Detailed Description

Not available

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
85
Inclusion Criteria

Inclusion Criteria for Arms A, B, and C:

  • Diagnosis of severe congenital hemophilia A or hemophilia A with FVIII inhibitors
  • Aged 12 years or older at the time of informed consent
  • Body weight ≥40 kilograms (kg) at the time of screening
  • Participants without FVIII inhibitors (<0.6 Bethesda unit per milliliter [BU/mL]) who completed successful immune tolerance induction (ITI) must have done so at least 5 years before screening and have no evidence of inhibitor recurrence (permanent or temporary)
  • Documentation of the details of episodic therapy (FVIII or bypassing agents) and of number of bleeding episodes for at least the last 24 weeks and ≥5 bleeds in the last 24 weeks prior to study entry
  • Adequate hematologic, hepatic, and renal function
  • For women of child bearing potential: agreement to remain abstinent or use a protocol defined contraceptive measure during the treatment period and for at least 5 elimination half-lives (24 weeks) after the last dose of study drug

Inclusion Criteria for Arm D:

  • Diagnosis of congenital hemophilia A of any severity and documented history of high-titer inhibitor (i.e., ≥5 BU/mL)
  • Children <12 years old at time of informed consent
  • Body weight >3 kg at time of informed consent
  • Requires treatment with bypassing agents
  • Adequate hematologic, hepatic, and renal function
  • For female participants who are of childbearing potential, follow the same contraception criteria as listed above for Arms A, B, and C
Exclusion Criteria

Exclusion Criteria for Arms A, B, and C:

  • Inherited or acquired bleeding disorder other than hemophilia A
  • At high risk for thrombotic microangiopathy, in the investigator's judgment
  • History of illicit drug or alcohol abuse within 48 weeks prior to screening, in the investigator's judgment
  • Previous (in the past 12 months) or current treatment for thromboembolic disease (with the exception of previous catheter-associated thrombosis for which anti-thrombotic treatment is not currently ongoing) or signs of thromboembolic disease
  • Other conditions that may increase risk of bleeding or thrombosis
  • History of clinically significant hypersensitivity associated with monoclonal antibody therapies or components of the emicizumab injection
  • Known human immuno-deficiency virus (HIV) infection with cluster of differentiation 4 (CD4) count <200 cells/microliter (cells/mcL) within 24 weeks prior to screening. Participants with HIV infection who have CD4 >200 cells/mcL and meet all other criteria are eligible
  • Use of systemic immunomodulators at enrollment or planned use during the study, with the exception of anti-retroviral therapy
  • Concurrent disease, treatment, or abnormality in clinical laboratory tests that could interfere with the conduct of the study, may pose additional risk, or would, in the opinion of the investigator, preclude the participant's safe participation in and completion of the study
  • Planned surgery (excluding minor procedures such as tooth extraction or incision and drainage) during the study
  • Receipt of: Emicizumab in a prior investigational study; An investigational drug to treat or reduce the risk of hemophilic bleeds within 5 half-lives of last drug administration; A non-hemophilia-related investigational drug concurrently, within last 30 days or 5 half-lives, whichever is shorter
  • Pregnant or lactating, or intending to become pregnant during the study

Exclusion Criteria for Arm D:

  • Inherited or acquired bleeding disorder other than hemophilia A
  • Ongoing (or plan to receive during the study) ITI therapy or prophylaxis treatment with FVIII
  • Previous (in the past 12 months) or current treatment for thromboembolic disease (with the exception of previous catheter-associated thrombosis for which anti-thrombotic treatment is not currently ongoing) or signs of thromboembolic disease
  • Other diseases that may increase risk of bleeding or thrombosis
  • History of clinically significant hypersensitivity associated with monoclonal antibody therapies or components of the emicizumab injection
  • Known infection with HIV, hepatitis B virus (HBV), or hepatitis C virus (HCV)
  • At high risk for thrombotic microangiopathy, in the investigator's judgment
  • Use of systemic immunomodulators at enrollment or planned use during the study
  • Planned surgery (excluding minor procedures such as tooth extraction or incision and drainage) during the study
  • Inability (or unwillingness by caregiver) to receive (allow receipt of) blood or blood products (or any standard-of-care treatment for a life-threatening condition)
  • Receipt of: Emicizumab in a prior investigational study; An investigational drug to treat or reduce the risk of hemophilic bleeds within 5 half-lives of last drug administration; A non-hemophilia-related investigational drug concurrently, within last 30 days or 5 half-lives, whichever is shorter
  • Concurrent disease, treatment, or abnormality in clinical laboratory tests that could interfere with the conduct of the study, may pose additional risk, or would, in the opinion of the investigator, preclude the participant's safe participation in and completion of the study
  • Pregnant or lactating, or intending to become pregnant during the study

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
PARALLEL
Arm && Interventions
GroupInterventionDescription
Arm C (Control): No Prophylaxis, Then EmicizumabEmicizumabParticipants ≥12 years old with hemophilia A (with or without FVIII inhibitors) who are randomized to Arm C will not receive any prophylactic treatment for at least 24 weeks. After 24 weeks, participants will have the opportunity to switch to receive emicizumab prophylaxis at 3 mg/kg QW via SC injection for 4 weeks, followed by 6 mg/kg Q4W until marketing authorization as part of this study or a separate extension study, as long as they derive clinical benefit. Participants will continue to receive standard-of-care treatments on an episodic basis for the treatment of breakthrough bleeds during the study.
Arm D: Emicizumab Prophylaxis at 1.5 mg/kg QWEmicizumabParticipants \<12 years old with hemophilia A and FVIII inhibitors who are enrolled to Arm D will receive prophylactic emicizumab at a dose of 3 mg/kg via SC injection QW for first 4 weeks, followed by 1.5 mg/kg via SC injection QW for at least 24 weeks. After 24 weeks treatment, participants will be allowed to continue emicizumab until marketing authorization as part of this study or a separate extension study, as long as they derive clinical benefit. Participants will continue to receive standard-of-care treatments on an episodic basis for the treatment of breakthrough bleeds during the study.
Arm B: Emicizumab Prophylaxis at 6 mg/kg Q4WEmicizumabParticipants ≥12 years old with hemophilia A (with or without FVIII inhibitors) who are randomized to Arm B will receive prophylactic emicizumab at a dose of 3 mg/kg via SC injection QW for first 4 weeks, followed by 6 mg/kg via SC injection Q4W for at least 24 weeks. After 24 weeks treatment, participants will be allowed to continue emicizumab until marketing authorization as part of this study or a separate extension study, as long as they derive clinical benefit. Participants will continue to receive standard-of-care treatments on an episodic basis for the treatment of breakthrough bleeds during the study.
Arm A: Emicizumab Prophylaxis at 1.5 mg/kg QWEmicizumabParticipants ≥12 years old with hemophilia A (with or without FVIII inhibitors) who are randomized to Arm A will receive prophylactic emicizumab at a dose of 3 mg/kg via SC injection QW for first 4 weeks, followed by 1.5 mg/kg via SC injection Q4W for at least 24 weeks. After 24 weeks treatment, participants will be allowed to continue emicizumab until marketing authorization as part of this study or a separate extension study, as long as they derive clinical benefit. Participants will continue to receive standard-of-care treatments on an episodic basis for the treatment of breakthrough bleeds during the study.
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Mean Calculated Annualized Bleeding Rate for Treated BleedsFrom Baseline to at least 24 weeks

The number of treated bleeds over the efficacy period is presented here as a calculated annualized bleeding rate (ABR) that was annualized for each participant using the following formula: ABR = (number of bleeds/number of days during the efficacy period) x 365.25. A treated bleed was defined as a bleed that was directly followed by a hemophilia medication reported to be a "treatment for bleed". The 72-hour rule was implemented: two bleeds of the same type and at the same anatomical location were counted as one bleed if the second bleed occurred within 72 hours from the last treatment for the first bleed. Bleeds due to surgery/procedure were excluded.

Median Calculated Annualized Bleeding Rate for Treated BleedsFrom Baseline to at least 24 weeks

The number of treated bleeds over the efficacy period is presented here as a calculated annualized bleeding rate (ABR) that was annualized for each participant using the following formula: ABR = (number of bleeds/number of days during the efficacy period) x 365.25. A treated bleed was defined as a bleed that was directly followed by a hemophilia medication reported to be a "treatment for bleed". The 72-hour rule was implemented: two bleeds of the same type and at the same anatomical location were counted as one bleed if the second bleed occurred within 72 hours from the last treatment for the first bleed. Bleeds due to surgery/procedure were excluded.

Model-Based Annualized Bleeding Rate for Treated BleedsFrom Baseline to at least 24 weeks

The number of treated bleeds over the efficacy period was estimated as an annualized bleeding rate (ABR) using a negative binomial regression model, which accounts for different follow-up times. A treated bleed was defined as a bleed that was directly followed by a hemophilia medication reported to be a "treatment for bleed". The 72-hour rule was implemented: two bleeds of the same type and at the same anatomical location were counted as one bleed if the second bleed occurred within 72 hours from the last treatment for the first bleed. Bleeds due to surgery/procedure were excluded.

Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Median Calculated Annualized Bleeding Rate for All BleedsFrom Baseline to at least 24 weeks

The number of all bleeds over the efficacy period is presented here as a calculated annualized bleeding rate (ABR) that was annualized for each participant using the following formula: ABR = (number of bleeds/number of days during the efficacy period) x 365.25. In this outcome measure, all bleeds are included, irrespective of treatment with coagulation factors, with the following exception: bleeds due to surgery/procedure are excluded. As "all bleeds" comprises both treated and non-treated bleeds, the 72-hour rule was implemented separately for treated and non-treated bleeds. For treated bleeds, the 72-hour rule meant that two bleeds of the same type and at the same anatomical location were counted as one bleed if the second bleed occurred within 72 hours from the last treatment for the first bleed. For non-treated bleeds, the 72-hour rule was implemented by calculating a treatment-free period of 72 hours from the bleed itself.

Arms A, B, and C: Adjusted Mean Haem-A-QoL Questionnaire Total Score at Week 25 in Participants ≥18 Years of AgeBaseline and Week 25

The Haem-A-QoL questionnaire has been developed and used in hemophilia A participants, assessing very specific aspects of dealing with hemophilia. The questionnaire consists of items pertaining to 10 domains: physical health, sports and leisure, school and work, dealing with hemophilia, family planning, feeling, relationships, treatment, view of yourself, and outlook for the future. The total score for each domain ranges from 0 to 100 with lower scores reflective of better quality of life. Haem-A-QoL Total Score is the average of all domain scores and it ranges from 0 to 100, with lower scores reflective of better quality of life. The means were derived via an analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) model and have been adjusted for the following co-variates: baseline score, treatment group, and treatment by baseline interaction term.

Model-Based Annualized Bleeding Rate for All BleedsFrom Baseline to at least 24 weeks

The number of all bleeds over the efficacy period was estimated as an annualized bleeding rate (ABR) using a negative binomial regression model, which accounts for different follow-up times. In this outcome measure, all bleeds are included, irrespective of treatment with coagulation factors, with the following exception: bleeds due to surgery/procedure are excluded. As "all bleeds" comprises both treated and non-treated bleeds, the 72-hour rule was implemented separately for treated and non-treated bleeds. For treated bleeds, the 72-hour rule meant that two bleeds of the same type and at the same anatomical location were counted as one bleed if the second bleed occurred within 72 hours from the last treatment for the first bleed. For non-treated bleeds, the 72-hour rule was implemented by calculating a treatment-free period of 72 hours from the bleed itself.

Arms A, B, and C: Change From Baseline in EQ-5D-5L Index Utility Score at Week 25Baseline and Week 25

The European Quality of Life 5-Dimensions-5 Levels Questionnaire (EQ-5D-5L) is a standardized, participant-rated questionnaire to assess health-related quality of life. The EQ-5D-5L includes 2 components: the EQ-5D-5L health state profile (descriptive system) and the EQ-5D-5L VAS. The EQ-5D-5L health state profile is designed to record the participant's current health state in 5 domains: mobility, selfcare, usual activities, pain/discomfort, and anxiety/depression. Responses from the five domains are used to calculate a single index utility score on a scale of 0 to 1, with higher scores reflective of better quality of life.

Arm D: Change From Baseline in Haemo-QoL-SF Questionnaire Physical Health and Total Scores at Week 25 in Participants 8 to 12 Years of AgeBaseline and Week 25

The Hemophilia-Specific Quality of Life Short Form (Haemo-QoL-SF) questionnaire contains 35 items covering nine dimensions considered relevant for the children's health-related quality of life (HRQoL). Items are rated with five respective response options: never, seldom, sometimes, often, and always. The scores range from 0 to 100, and higher scores are indicative of poorer HRQoL.

Arm D: Change From Baseline in the Caregiver-Reported Adapted Health-Related Quality of Life for Hemophilia Patients With Inhibitors (Adapted Inhib-QoL) Including Aspects of Caregiver Burden Questionnaire Score Over TimeBaseline (Week 1) and Weeks 17, 29, 37, and 49, every 12 weeks during extension phase, and study completion (up to 48 months)

Proxy assessment of HRQoL and aspects of caregiver burden for all children, regardless of age, were collected using the Adapted Inhib-QoL with Aspects of Caregiver Burden questionnaire. The questionnaire comprises two parts. The first part asks the caregiver for his/her opinion on the child's HRQoL (proxy HRQoL). The second part asks the caregiver to rate how the child's situation is for them (i.e., the impact of the child's disease and treatment on the caregiver). Items are rated with 5 respective response options: never, seldom, sometimes, often, and all the time. Scores range from 0 to 100, with lower scores reflective of better HRQoL. A total score is calculated as the sum of all of the items in the scale.

Mean Calculated Annualized Bleeding Rate for Treated Spontaneous BleedsFrom Baseline to at least 24 weeks

The number of treated spontaneous bleeds over the efficacy period is presented here as a calculated annualized bleeding rate (ABR) that was annualized for each participant using the following formula: ABR = (number of bleeds/number of days during the efficacy period) x 365.25. A treated spontaneous bleed was defined as a treated bleed (bleed directly followed by a hemophilia medication reported to be a "treatment for bleed") with no other known contributing factor such as trauma or procedure/surgery. The 72-hour rule was implemented: two bleeds of the same type and at the same anatomical location were counted as one bleed if the second bleed occurred within 72 hours from the last treatment for the first bleed. Bleeds due to surgery/procedure were excluded.

Model-Based Annualized Bleeding Rate for Treated Target Joint BleedsFrom Baseline to at least 24 weeks

The number of treated target joint bleeds over the efficacy period was estimated as an annualized bleeding rate (ABR) using a negative binomial regression model, which accounts for different follow-up times. A treated target joint bleed was defined as a joint bleed in a target joint, which is a joint location where at least 3 bleeds have occurred over the last 24 weeks prior to study entry or an unresolved target joint (target joint that does not fulfil ≤2 bleeds into this joint within a consecutive 12-month period), and the bleed was directly followed by a hemophilia medication reported to be a "treatment for bleed". The 72-hour rule was implemented: two bleeds of the same type and at the same anatomical location were counted as one bleed if the second bleed occurred within 72 hours from the last treatment for the first bleed. Bleeds due to surgery/procedure were excluded.

Arms A, B, and C: Adjusted Mean Hemophilia A Quality of Life (Haem-A-QoL) Questionnaire Physical Health Domain Score at Week 25 in Participants ≥18 Years of AgeBaseline and Week 25

The Haem-A-QoL questionnaire has been developed and used in hemophilia A participants, assessing very specific aspects of dealing with hemophilia. The questionnaire consists of items pertaining to 10 domains: physical health, sports and leisure, school and work, dealing with hemophilia, family planning, feeling, relationships, treatment, view of yourself, and outlook for the future. The total score for each domain ranges from 0 to 100 with lower scores reflective of better quality of life. Physical Health domain score is reported (range 0 to 100, with lower scores reflective of better physical health). The means were derived via an analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) model and have been adjusted for the following co-variates: baseline score, treatment group, and treatment by baseline interaction term.

Arms A, B, and C: Change From Baseline to Week 25 in Haem-A-QoL Questionnaire Total Score for Participants ≥18 Years of AgeBaseline and Week 25

The Haem-A-QoL questionnaire has been developed and used in hemophilia A participants, assessing very specific aspects of dealing with hemophilia. The questionnaire consists of items pertaining to 10 domains: physical health, sports and leisure, school and work, dealing with hemophilia, family planning, feeling, relationships, treatment, view of yourself, and outlook for the future. The total score for each domain ranges from 0 to 100 with lower scores reflective of better quality of life. Haem-A-QoL Total Score is the average of all domain scores and it ranges from 0 to 100, with lower scores reflective of better quality of life.

Mean Calculated Annualized Bleeding Rate for All BleedsFrom Baseline to at least 24 weeks

The number of all bleeds over the efficacy period is presented here as a calculated annualized bleeding rate (ABR) that was annualized for each participant using the following formula: ABR = (number of bleeds/number of days during the efficacy period) x 365.25. In this outcome measure, all bleeds are included, irrespective of treatment with coagulation factors, with the following exception: bleeds due to surgery/procedure are excluded. As "all bleeds" comprises both treated and non-treated bleeds, the 72-hour rule was implemented separately for treated and non-treated bleeds. For treated bleeds, the 72-hour rule meant that two bleeds of the same type and at the same anatomical location were counted as one bleed if the second bleed occurred within 72 hours from the last treatment for the first bleed. For non-treated bleeds, the 72-hour rule was implemented by calculating a treatment-free period of 72 hours from the bleed itself.

Model-Based Annualized Bleeding Rate for Treated Spontaneous BleedsFrom Baseline to at least 24 weeks

The number of treated spontaneous bleeds over the efficacy period was estimated as an annualized bleeding rate (ABR) using a negative binomial regression model, which accounts for different follow-up times. A treated spontaneous bleed was defined as a treated bleed (bleed directly followed by a hemophilia medication reported to be a "treatment for bleed") with no other known contributing factor such as trauma or procedure/surgery. The 72-hour rule was implemented: two bleeds of the same type and at the same anatomical location were counted as one bleed if the second bleed occurred within 72 hours from the last treatment for the first bleed. Bleeds due to surgery/procedure were excluded.

Median Calculated Annualized Bleeding Rate for Treated Spontaneous BleedsFrom Baseline to at least 24 weeks

The number of treated spontaneous bleeds over the efficacy period is presented here as a calculated annualized bleeding rate (ABR) that was annualized for each participant using the following formula: ABR = (number of bleeds/number of days during the efficacy period) x 365.25. A treated spontaneous bleed was defined as a treated bleed (bleed directly followed by a hemophilia medication reported to be a "treatment for bleed") with no other known contributing factor such as trauma or procedure/surgery. The 72-hour rule was implemented: two bleeds of the same type and at the same anatomical location were counted as one bleed if the second bleed occurred within 72 hours from the last treatment for the first bleed. Bleeds due to surgery/procedure were excluded.

Model-Based Annualized Bleeding Rate for Treated Joint BleedsFrom Baseline to at least 24 weeks

The number of treated joint bleeds over the efficacy period was estimated as an annualized bleeding rate (ABR) using a negative binomial regression model, which accounts for different follow-up times. A treated joint bleed was defined as a bleed with type reported as "joint" based on at least one of the following symptoms: increasing swelling or warmth of the skin over the joint and/or increasing pain, decreased range of motion, or difficulty using the joint compared with baseline, and the bleed was directly followed by a hemophilia medication reported to be a "treatment for bleed". The 72-hour rule was implemented: two bleeds of the same type and at the same anatomical location were counted as one bleed if the second bleed occurred within 72 hours from the last treatment for the first bleed. Bleeds due to surgery/procedure were excluded.

Mean Calculated Annualized Bleeding Rate for Treated Joint BleedsFrom Baseline to at least 24 weeks

The number of treated joint bleeds over the efficacy period is presented here as a calculated annualized bleeding rate (ABR) that was annualized for each participant using the following formula: ABR = (number of bleeds/number of days during the efficacy period) x 365.25. A treated joint bleed was defined as a bleed with type reported as "joint" based on at least one of the following symptoms: increasing swelling or warmth of the skin over the joint and/or increasing pain, decreased range of motion, or difficulty using the joint compared with baseline, and the bleed was directly followed by a hemophilia medication reported to be a "treatment for bleed". The 72-hour rule was implemented: two bleeds of the same type and at the same anatomical location were counted as one bleed if the second bleed occurred within 72 hours from the last treatment for the first bleed. Bleeds due to surgery/procedure were excluded.

Median Calculated Annualized Bleeding Rate for Treated Joint BleedsFrom Baseline to at least 24 weeks

The number of treated joint bleeds over the efficacy period is presented here as a calculated annualized bleeding rate (ABR) that was annualized for each participant using the following formula: ABR = (number of bleeds/number of days during the efficacy period) x 365.25. A treated joint bleed was defined as a bleed with type reported as "joint" based on at least one of the following symptoms: increasing swelling or warmth of the skin over the joint and/or increasing pain, decreased range of motion, or difficulty using the joint compared with baseline, and the bleed was directly followed by a hemophilia medication reported to be a "treatment for bleed". The 72-hour rule was implemented: two bleeds of the same type and at the same anatomical location were counted as one bleed if the second bleed occurred within 72 hours from the last treatment for the first bleed. Bleeds due to surgery/procedure were excluded.

Intra-Participant Comparison of the Calculated Annualized Bleeding Rate for All Bleeds With Emicizumab Prophylaxis On-Study Versus With Previous Episodic Therapy Pre-StudyEfficacy periods: At least 24 weeks prior to study entry (mean [min-max] for A+B NIS-Previous Episodic Therapy: 183 [169-221] days); and From Baseline to at least 24 weeks on study (mean [min-max] for A+B NIS-Emicizumab: 363 [324-422] days)

This is an intra-participant comparison of the annualized bleeding rate (ABR) for all bleeds pre-study versus on-study in the non-interventional study (NIS) population previously treated with episodic therapy in NIS BH29768. The ABR was calculated for each participant using the following formula: ABR = (number of bleeds/number of days during the efficacy period) x 365.25. All bleeds are included, irrespective of treatment with coagulation factors, with the following exception: bleeds due to surgery/procedure are excluded. "All bleeds" comprises both treated and non-treated bleeds, and the 72-hour rule was implemented separately for each type. For treated bleeds, the 72-hour rule meant that two bleeds of the same type and at the same anatomical location were counted as one bleed if the second bleed occurred within 72 hours from the last treatment for the first bleed. For non-treated bleeds, the 72-hour rule was calculated as a treatment-free period of 72 hours from the bleed itself.

Arms A, B, and C: Adjusted Mean European Quality of Life 5-Dimensions-5 Levels Questionnaire (EQ-5D-5L) Questionnaire Visual Analog Scale (VAS) Score at Week 25Baseline and Week 25

EQ-5D-5L is a standardized, participant-rated questionnaire to assess health-related quality of life. The EQ-5D-5L includes 2 components: the EQ-5D-5L health state profile (descriptive system) and the EQ-5D-5L VAS. The VAS is designed to rate the participant's current health state on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 represents the worst imaginable health state and 100 represents the best imaginable health state. The means were derived via an analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) model and have been adjusted for the following co-variates: baseline score, treatment group, and treatment by baseline interaction term.

Arms A, B, and C: Change From Baseline in EQ-5D-5L Questionnaire VAS Score at Week 25Baseline and Week 25

The European Quality of Life 5-Dimensions-5 Levels Questionnaire (EQ-5D-5L) is a standardized, participant-rated questionnaire to assess health-related quality of life. The EQ-5D-5L includes 2 components: the EQ-5D-5L health state profile (descriptive system) and the EQ-5D-5L VAS. The VAS is designed to rate the participant's current health state on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 represents the worst imaginable health state and 100 represents the best imaginable health state.

Number of Participants With Injection-Site Reactions by Severity, According to the WHO Toxicity Grading ScaleFrom Baseline until end of study (up to 85 months)
Change From Baseline in Respiratory Rate Over TimeBaseline, Weeks 5, 25, 49, and at study completion (up to 85 months)
Mean Calculated Annualized Bleeding Rate for Treated Target Joint BleedsFrom Baseline to at least 24 weeks

The number of treated target joint bleeds over the efficacy period is presented here as a calculated annualized bleeding rate (ABR) that was annualized for each participant using the following formula: ABR = (number of bleeds/number of days during the efficacy period) x 365.25. A treated target joint bleed was defined as a joint bleed in a target joint, which is a joint location where at least 3 bleeds have occurred over the last 24 weeks prior to study entry or an unresolved target joint (target joint that does not fulfil ≤2 bleeds into this joint within a consecutive 12-month period), and the bleed was directly followed by a hemophilia medication reported to be a "treatment for bleed". The 72-hour rule was implemented: two bleeds of the same type and at the same anatomical location were counted as one bleed if the second bleed occurred within 72 hours from the last treatment for the first bleed. Bleeds due to surgery/procedure were excluded.

Median Calculated Annualized Bleeding Rate for Treated Target Joint BleedsFrom Baseline to at least 24 weeks

The number of treated target joint bleeds over the efficacy period is presented here as a calculated annualized bleeding rate (ABR) that was annualized for each participant using the following formula: ABR = (number of bleeds/number of days during the efficacy period) x 365.25. A treated target joint bleed was defined as a joint bleed in a target joint, which is a joint location where at least 3 bleeds have occurred over the last 24 weeks prior to study entry or an unresolved target joint (target joint that does not fulfil ≤2 bleeds into this joint within a consecutive 12-month period), and the bleed was directly followed by a hemophilia medication reported to be a "treatment for bleed". The 72-hour rule was implemented: two bleeds of the same type and at the same anatomical location were counted as one bleed if the second bleed occurred within 72 hours from the last treatment for the first bleed. Bleeds due to surgery/procedure were excluded.

Intra-Participant Comparison of the Calculated Annualized Bleeding Rate for Treated Bleeds With Emicizumab Prophylaxis On-Study Versus With Previous Episodic Therapy Pre-StudyEfficacy periods: At least 24 weeks prior to study entry (mean [min-max] for A+B NIS-Previous Episodic Therapy: 183 [169-221] days); and From Baseline to at least 24 weeks on study (mean [min-max] for A+B NIS-Emicizumab: 363 [324-422] days)

This is an intra-participant comparison of the annualized bleeding rate (ABR) for treated bleeds pre-study versus on-study in the non-interventional study (NIS) population previously treated with episodic therapy in NIS BH29768. The number of treated bleeds over the efficacy period is presented here as a calculated ABR that was annualized for each participant using the following formula: ABR = (number of bleeds/number of days during the efficacy period) x 365.25. A treated bleed was defined as a bleed that was directly followed by a hemophilia medication reported to be a "treatment for bleed". The 72-hour rule was implemented: two bleeds of the same type and at the same anatomical location were counted as one bleed if the second bleed occurred within 72 hours from the last treatment for the first bleed. Bleeds due to surgery/procedure were excluded.

Arms A, B, and C: Change From Baseline to Week 25 in Haem-A-QoL Questionnaire Physical Health Domain Score for Participants ≥18 Years of AgeBaseline and Week 25

The Haem-A-QoL questionnaire has been developed and used in hemophilia A participants, assessing very specific aspects of dealing with hemophilia. The questionnaire consists of items pertaining to 10 domains: physical health, sports and leisure, school and work, dealing with hemophilia, family planning, feeling, relationships, treatment, view of yourself, and outlook for the future. The total score for each domain ranges from 0 to 100 with lower scores reflective of better quality of life. Physical Health domain score is reported (range 0 to 100, with lower scores reflective of better physical health).

Arms A, B, and C: Adjusted Mean EQ-5D-5L Index Utility Score at Week 25Baseline and Week 25

The European Quality of Life 5-Dimensions-5 Levels Questionnaire (EQ-5D-5L) is a standardized, participant-rated questionnaire to assess health-related quality of life. The EQ-5D-5L includes 2 components: the EQ-5D-5L health state profile (descriptive system) and the EQ-5D-5L VAS. The EQ-5D-5L health state profile is designed to record the participant's current health state in 5 domains: mobility, selfcare, usual activities, pain/discomfort, and anxiety/depression. Responses from the five domains are used to calculate a single index utility score on a scale of 0 to 1, with higher scores reflective of better quality of life. The means were derived via an analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) model and have been adjusted for the following co-variates: baseline score, treatment group, and treatment by baseline interaction term.

Number of Participants With Thromboembolic Events by Severity, According to the WHO Toxicity Grading ScaleFrom Baseline until end of study (up to 85 months)
Change From Baseline in Systolic Blood Pressure Over TimeBaseline, Weeks 5, 25, 49, and at study completion (up to 85 months)
Arms A, B, and C: Hemophilia-Specific Quality of Life Short Form (Haemo-QoL-SF) Questionnaire Total Score at Baseline and Week 25 in Participants 12 to 17 Years of AgeBaseline and Week 25

The Haemo-QoL-SF contains 35 items covering nine dimensions considered relevant for the adolescent's (aged 12-17 years) health-related quality of life (HRQoL). Items are rated with five respective response options: never, seldom, sometimes, often, and always. The score ranges from 0 to 100, and a higher score is indicative of poorer HRQoL. According to the pre-specified statistical analysis plan, no statistical analyses were performed on the protocol-defined endpoints for the Haemo-QoL-SF due to the small number of adolescents randomized to Arms A, B and C.

Number of Participants With Adverse Events by Severity, According to the World Health Organization (WHO) Toxicity Grading ScaleFrom Baseline until end of study (up to 85 months)
Number of Participants With Adverse Events Leading to Study Drug DiscontinuationFrom Baseline until end of study (up to 85 months)
Number of Participants With Serum Chemistry Laboratory Abnormalities by Highest WHO Grade Post-Baseline, According to the WHO Toxicity Grading ScaleFrom Baseline until end of study (up to 85 months)
Number of Participants With Hematology Laboratory Abnormalities by Highest WHO Grade Post-Baseline, According to the WHO Toxicity Grading ScaleFrom Baseline until end of study (up to 85 months)
Change From Baseline in Body Temperature Over TimeBaseline, Weeks 5, 25, 49, and at study completion (up to 85 months)
Number of Participants With Anti-Emicizumab AntibodiesQW: Pre-dose at Weeks 1, 5, 9, 13, 17, 21, 25, 33, 41, 49, and every 12 weeks thereafter until study completion; Q4W: Pre-dose at Weeks 1, 5, 9, 13, 17, 21, 25, and every 12 weeks thereafter until study completion (up to 85 months)
Number of Participants With Thrombotic Microangiopathy by Severity, According to the WHO Toxicity Grading ScaleFrom Baseline until end of study (up to 85 months)
Change From Baseline in Pulse Rate Over TimeBaseline, Weeks 5, 25, 49, and at study completion (up to 85 months)
Change From Baseline in Diastolic Blood Pressure Over TimeBaseline, Weeks 5, 25, 49, and at study completion (up to 85 months)
Number of Participants With Severe Hypersensitivity, Anaphylaxis, or Anaphylactoid ReactionsFrom Baseline until end of study (up to 85 months)
Plasma Trough Concentration (Ctrough) of EmicizumabQW: Predose at Weeks 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, 13, 17, 21, 25, 33, 41, 49, and every 12 weeks thereafter to study completion; Q4W: Predose at Weeks 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, 13, 17, 21, 25, and every 12 weeks thereafter to study completion (up to 85 months)

Trial Locations

Locations (13)

Beijing Children's Hospital, Capital Medical University

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Beijing City, China

Ruijin Hospital Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine

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Shanghai City, China

Queen Mary Hospital

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Hong kong, Hong Kong

Prince of Wales Hospital

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Shatin, Hong Kong

Penang General Hospital

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Penang, Malaysia

Peking Union Medical College Hospital

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Beijing, China

Xiangya Hospital of Centre-South University

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Changsha, China

Southern Medical University Nanfang Hospital

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Guangdong Province Guangzhou City, China

Tianjin Institute of Hematology & Blood Diseases Hospital

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Tianjin, China

Xiehe Hospital, Tongji Medical College Huazhong University of Science & Technology

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Wuhan, China

Tongji Hosp, Tongji Med. Col, Huazhong Univ. of Sci. & Tech

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Wuhan, China

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

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Sabah, Malaysia

Ramathibodi Hospital

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Bangkok, Thailand

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